Townsend Shirt Workshop

Townsend Shirt by Elbe Textiles

Everything you need for this project will be provided for you.

The Townsend Shirt is a modern take on the classic button-up shirt, with grown-on sleeves and wrap ties built into the front bodice. The ties cross over the button stand at the waist and wrap around to tie at the back, creating a really beautiful and distinctive shape.

Across the three sessions, we will work through the Townsend Shirt from beginning to end. We’ll start by taking measurements, choosing your size, preparing the pattern and cutting your fabric, before moving into the full construction of the shirt.

You’ll learn how to work through more detailed shirt-making techniques, including constructing the button stand, sewing the wrap ties, finishing the neckline, setting up the collar, sewing buttonholes and attaching buttons.

The three-session format gives you time to work through each stage carefully, build confidence with garment construction and get a really polished finish.

This workshop is suitable for a confident beginner who wants to expand their skills or is perfect for an intermediate sewer. 

Size range: A-N (6-32)

If you would prefer to BYO fabric, please send me an email first so I can confirm it will be suitable for the workshop.

Please note that workshop times are a guide and are based on the time usually needed to complete the garment. If you finish your project early, your workshop will finish then too. If you’re unwell and need to miss a session, please email me and we can arrange a suitable time for you to make it up.

Lauren is the designer behind Elbe Textiles, creating modern sewing patterns with beautiful details and a relaxed, contemporary feel. Follow her at @elbe_textiles. 

I will send you an email 48 hours before our workshop with all the additional information you may need regarding parking etc.